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Satellite Boy

6.020121h 30mMMovieAdventureDramaFamily

When his grandfather's drive-in cinema and home in the outback town of Wyndham is threatened with demolition, a twelve-year-old Aboriginal boy must journey through Australia's bush country — equipped only with ancient survival skills — to stop the city developers.

DirectorCatriona McKenzie
WriterCatriona McKenzie

Where to watch

SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Catriona McKenzie

DGDavid Gulpilil
David Gulpilil
Jagamarra
CW
Cameron Wallaby
Pete
JP
Joseph Pedley
Kalmain
RA
Rohanna Angus
Lynelle
DD
Dean Daley-Jones
Dave
DR
Dolores Roberts
Corine
CM
Callum McKenzie
Callum
KM
Kaylene Marr
Rosalie
JW
Jarunba-Mark Weaver
Bellyup
DM
Dougie McCale
George
RE
Richard Evans
Old Man
PB
Pam Barrett
Mrs. Evans

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Satellite Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Satellite Boy?

Satellite Boy is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Satellite Boy on Netflix?

No, Satellite Boy is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Satellite Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

Satellite Boy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Satellite Boy for free?

Satellite Boy is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.